Salon Education Manager

KAO Corp.•Chicago, IL

50d•$72,000 - $82,000

About The Position

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people's lives with our high quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all - a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values we pride ourselves to be listed among the World's Most Ethical Companies since 19 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do - acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation and treating each other with trust and respect. As Salon Education Manager, you will execute in-field education and lead education programs for the Goldwell and KMS product assortment within an assigned territory (or other area as requested by Management) by partnering with the sales team along with Goldwell and KMS artists. You will support several high-volume salons and important accounts for Goldwell, KMS, Kerasilk and Varis and help support sales in this important territory. At Kao, we offer amazing benefits that are available to you on your first day of employment (healthcare, 401(k) plus company match), 36 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick) and a generous salary range of $72,000 - $82,000 plus bonus and car allowance. The territory includes Illinois and Wisconsin.

Requirements

Active Cosmetology or Barbers license (must have had for a minimum of 5 years)
5 years hairstyling experience
Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office (Windows environment)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrating good grammar
Excellent "platform" (presentation) skills with ability to answer questions with confidence and ease
Excellent facilitation skills
Strong Interpersonal (people relations) skills
Professional appearance and behavior
Self-motivated with ability to motivate and influence other
Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Manage GA's and KMS Artists in Respective Areas:
Facilitate In-salon classes
Facilitate collective classes
Facilitate store classes and visits
Facilitate Virtual Education Nationally and Locally
Facilitate brand retail support day
Detail with DSC's with a plan
Manage assigned education budget
Approve and deploy class requests received by Sales Consultants
Provide in-field coaching and leadership to Goldwell and KMS Artists in the territory
Submit in salon class requests for Goldwell Artist's and KMS Artists when Sales Consultant is not available
Develop territory education plan
Develop territory route plan
Approve Goldwell and KMS artists expense reports within 48 hours of submission
Maintain activity reports for selected accounts
Work with Sales:
Co-ordinate field programs
Taking initiative in decision-making regarding education programs in respective territories
Perform cold calls on high potential non-Goldwell salons with sales
Identify and communicate potential sales opportunities within the assigned territory (and outside should they arise)
Reporting of Field Activity:
Complete bi-annual needs assessment in each territory
Complete monthly education reports (how many field and in-salon, projects, future plans/needs)
Help with recruitment and deployment of new Goldwell and KMS Artists in designated territory
Co-ordinate update trainings with Sr. Education Manager and Training Team
Personal Activity Expectations/Time Management:
Maximum 8 hours home office time per week
Conduct 10 in-salon classes per month
Top 10-salon support visits TBD
Contribute recommendations and input for the development and/or improvement of existing and future programs on an ongoing basis
Attend meetings upon request